Victron energy Phoenix Inverter 3k and 5k 230V VE.BUS models Owner's manual

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EN NL FR DE ES Appendix

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In general

Please read the documentation supplied with this product first, so that you are familiar

with the safety signs en directions before using the product.

This product is designed and tested in accordance with international standards. The

equipment should be used for the designated application only.

WARNING: DANGER OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

The product is used in combination with a permanent energy source (battery). Even if

the equipment is switched off, a dangerous electrical voltage can occur at the input

and/or output terminals. Always switch the AC power off and disconnect the battery

before performing maintenance.

The product contains no internal user-serviceable parts. Do not remove the front panel

and do not put the product into operation unless all panels are fitted. All maintenance

should be performed by qualified personnel.

Never use the product at sites where gas or dust explosions could occur. Refer to the

specifications provided by the manufacturer of the battery to ensure that the battery is

suitable for use with this product. The battery manufacturer's safety instructions

should always be observed.

WARNING: do not lift heavy objects unassisted.

Installation

Read the installation instructions before commencing installation activities.

This product is a safety class I device (supplied with a ground terminal for safety

purposes). The chassis must be grounded. A grounding point is located on the

outside of the product. If it can be assumed that the grounding protection is damaged,

the product should be taken out of operation and prevented from accidentally being

put into operation again; contact qualified maintenance personnel.

Ensure that the connection cables are provided with fuses and circuit breakers. Never

replace a protective device by a component of a different type. Refer to the manual for

the correct part.

Check before switching the device on whether the available voltage source conforms

to the configuration settings of the product as described in the manual.

Ensure that the equipment is used under the correct operating conditions. Never

operate it in a wet or dusty environment.

Ensure that there is always sufficient free space around the product for ventilation,

and that ventilation openings are not blocked.

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Install the product in a heatproof environment. Ensure therefore that there are no

chemicals, plastic parts, curtains or other textiles, etc. in the immediate vicinity of the

equipment.

Transport and storage

On storage or transport of the product, ensure that the battery leads are disconnected.

No liability can be accepted for damage in transit if the equipment is not transported in

its original packaging.

Store the product in a dry environment; the storage temperature should range from –

20°C to 60°C.

Refer to the battery manufacturer's manual for information on transport, storage,

charging, recharging and disposal of the battery.

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2. DESCRIPTION

Electricity Unlimited” (available free of charge from Victron Energy and downlo

SinusMax - Superior engineering

Developed for professional duty, the Phoenix range of inverters is suitable for the

widest range of applications. The design criteria have been to produce a true sine

wave inverter with optimised efficiency but without compromise in performance.

Employing hybrid HF technology, the result is a top quality product with compact

dimensions, light in weight and capable of supplying power, problem-free, to any load.

Extra start-up power

A unique feature of the SinusMax technology is very high start-up power.

Conventional high frequency technology does not offer such extreme performance.

Phoenix inverters, however, are well suited to power up difficult loads such as

compressors, electric motors and similar appliances.

Virtually unlimited power thanks to parallel and 3-phase operation capability

Up to 6 inverters can operate in parallel to achieve higher power output. Six 24/5000

units, for example, will provide 30 kVA output power. Operation in 3-phase

configuration is also possible.

To transfer the load to another AC source: the automatic transfer switch

If an automatic transfer switch is required, we recommend to using the MultiPlus or

Quattro instead. The switch is included in these products and the charger function of

the MultiPlus/Quattro can be disabled. Computers and other electronic equipment will

continue to operate without disruption because the MultiPlus/Quattro features a very

short switchover time (less than 20 milliseconds).

Programmable relay

The Phoenix Inverter is equipped with a programmable relay, which by default is set

as an alarm relay. The relay can be programmed for all kinds of other applications

however, for example as a starter relay for a generating set.

Programmable with DIP switches, VE.Net panel or personal computer

The Phoenix Inverter is supplied ready for use. Three features are available for

changing certain settings if desired:

─ The most important settings (including parallel operation of up to three devices

and 3-phase operation) can be changed in a very simple manner, using DIP

switches.

─ All settings, with exception of the programmable relay, can be changed with a

VE.Net panel.

─ All settings can be changed with a PC and free of charge software,

downloadable from our website www.victronenergy.com

New applications of high power inverters

The possibilities of paralleled high power inverters are truly amazing. For ideas,

examples and battery capacity calculations please refer to our book “adable from

www.victronenergy.com).

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3. OPERATION

3.1 On/Off Switch

When switched to "on", the product is fully functional. The inverter will come into

operation and the LED "inverter on" will light up.

3.2 Remote control

Remote control is possible with a simple on/off switch or with a Phoenix Inverter

Control panel.

3.3 LED Indications

LED off

LED flashes

LED illuminated

Inverter

inverter

The inverter is on and supplies

power to the load.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

inverter

The nominal output of the inverter is

exceeded. The “overload” LED

flashes.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

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inverter

The inverter is switched off due to

overload or short circuit.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

inverter

The battery is almost fully

exhausted.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

inverter

The inverter has switched off due to

low battery voltage.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

inverter

The internal temperature is reaching

a critical level.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

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inverter

The inverter has switched off due to

the electronics temperature being

too high.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

inverter

-If the LEDs are flashing alternately,

the battery is nearly exhausted and

the nominal output is exceeded.

-If "overload" and "low battery" flash

simultaneously, the ripple voltage on

the battery terminals is too high.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

inverter

The inverter switched off due to

excess ripple voltage on the battery

terminals.

on

inverter on

overload

low battery

off

temperature

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4. INSTALLATION

This product may only be installed by a qualified electrical engineer.

4.1 Location

The product must be installed in a dry and well-ventilated area, as close as possible to

the batteries. There should be a clear space of at least 10 cm around the appliance for

cooling.

Excessively high ambient temperature will result in the following:

• Reduced service life.

• Reduced peak capacity, or shutdown of the inverter.

Never position the appliance directly above the batteries.

The Phoenix Inverter is suitable for wall mounting. For mounting purposes, a hook and

two holes are provided at the back of the casing (see appendix B). The device can be

fitted either horizontally or vertically. For optimal cooling, vertical fitting is preferred.

The interior of the product must remain accessible after installation.

Try to keep the distance between the product and the battery to a minimum in order to

minimize cable voltage losses.

For safety purposes, this product should be installed in a heat-resistant

environment. You should prevent the presence of e.g. chemicals, synthetic

components, curtains or other textiles, etc., in the immediate vicinity.

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4.2 Connection of battery cables

In order to utilize the full capacity of the product, batteries with sufficient capacity and

battery cables with sufficient cross section should be used. See table.

12/3000 24/3000 48/3000

Recommended battery capacity (Ah) 400–1200 200–700 100–400

Recommended cross section (mm

2

)

0 – 5 m 90 50 35

5 – 10 m 120 90 70

12/5000 24/5000 48/5000

Recommended battery capacity (Ah) 800–2400 400–1400 200–800

Recommended DC fuse 750A 400A 200A

Recommended cross-section (mm

2

)

per + and - connection terminal

0 – 5 m* 2x 90 mm

2

2x 50 mm

2

1x 70 mm

2

5 -10 m* 2x 90 mm

2

2x 70 mm

2

* ‘2x’ means two positive and two negative cables.

Remark: Internal resistance is the important factor when working with low capacity

batteries. Please consult your supplier or the relevant sections of our book “electricity

on board”, downloadable from our website.

Procedure

Proceed as follows to connect the battery cables:

Use an insulated box spanner in order to avoid shorting the battery.

Avoid shorting the battery cables.

• Undo the four screws at the front of the enclosure and remove the front panel.

• Connect the battery cables: the + (red) on the right and the - (black) on the left,

see Appendix 0.

• Tighten the connections after positioning the fastening items supplied with the

product.

• Position the Mega fuse from the connection bag in position F4 and secure it,

using the fastening items supplied with the product.

• Secure the nuts tightly in order to reduce the contact resistance as much as

possible.

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4.3 Connection of the AC cabling

This is a Safety Class I product (supplied with a protective grounding

terminal).

The neutral output of the inverter is connected to the enclusure.

This to ensure proper functioning of a GFCI (or RCCB) to be installed in the

AC output of the Inverter.

The chassis of the product must be connected to ground, or the frame (of a

vehicle) or the ground plate or hull (of a boat).

The terminal block can be found on the printed circuit board, see Appendix 0. Use a

three-wire cable with a flexible core and a cross section of 2.5 or 4 mm²

Procedure

The AC output cable can be connected directly to the terminal block "AC-out".

From left to right: “PE” (earth), “N” (neutral) and “L” (phase).

4.4 Optional Connections

A number of optional connections are possible:

4.4.1 Remote Control

The product can be remotely controlled in two ways.

- With an external switch (connection terminal H, see appendix A). Operates only if the

switch on the Inverter is set to “on”.

- With a Phoenix Inverter Control panel (connected to one of the two RJ48 sockets C,

see appendix A). Operates only if the switch on the inverter is set to “on”.

Only one remote control can be connected, i.e. either a switch or a remote

control panel.

4.4.2. Programmable relay

The inverters are equipped with a multi-functional relay that by default is programmed

as an alarm relay. (VEConfigure software needed to change relay functionality).

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4.4.3 Parallel Connection

The Phoenix Inverter can be connected in parallel with several identical devices. To

this end, a connection is established between the devices by means of standard RJ45

UTP cables. The system (Two or more Inverters plus optional control panel) will

require subsequent configuration (see Section 5).

In the event of connecting units in parallel, the following requirements must be met:

• A maximum of six units connected in parallel.

• Only identical devices with the same power ratings may be connected in parallel.

• Battery capacity should be sufficient.

• The DC connection cables to the devices must be of equal length and cross-

section.

• If a positive and a negative DC distribution point is used, the cross-section of the

connection between the batteries and the DC distribution point must at least

equal the sum of the required cross-sections of the connections between the

distribution point and the Inverter units.

• Place the units close to each other, but allow at least 10 cm for ventilation

purposes under, above and beside the units.

• UTP cables must be connected directly from one unit to the other (and to the

remote panel). Connection/splitter boxes are not permitted.

• If more than three units are connected in parallel in one system, a dongle is

required (see Section 5).

• Only one remote control means (panel or switch) can be connected to the

system.

4.4.4 Three-phase operation

The Phoenix Inverter can also be used in 3-phase configuration. To this end, a

connection between the devices is made by means of standard RJ45 UTP cables (the

same as for parallel operation). The system (Inverters plus an optional control panel)

will require subsequently configuration (see Section 5).

Pre-requisites: see Section 4.4.3.

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5. CONFIGURATION

• Settings may only be changed by a qualified electrical engineer.

• Read the instructions thoroughly before implementing changes.

5.1 Standard settings: ready for use

On delivery, the Phoenix Inverter is set to standard factory values. In general, these

settings are suitable fo stand-alone operation.

Standard factory settings

Inverter frequency 50 Hz

Inverter voltage 230 VAC

Stand-alone / parallel / 3-phase stand-alone

AES (Automatic Economy Switch) off

Programmable relay alarm function

5.2 Explanation of settings

Settings that are not self-explanatory are described briefly below. For further

information, please refer to the help files in the software configuration programs (see

Section 5.3).

Inverter frequency

Output frequency

Adjustability: 50Hz; 60Hz

Inverter voltage

Output voltage of the Inverter.

Adjustability: 210 – 245V

Stand-alone / parallel operation / 2-3 phase setting

Using several devices, it is possible to:

• increase total inverter power (several devices in parallel)

• create a 3-phase system.

To this end, the devices must be mutually connected with RJ45 UTP cables.

Standard device settings, however, are such that each device operates in stand-alone

operation. Reconfiguration of the devices is therefore required.

AES (Automatic Economy Switch)

If this setting is turned ‘on’, the power consumption in no-load operation and with low

loads is decreased by approx. 20%, by slightly 'narrowing' the sinusoidal voltage.

The AES Mode can be set with a DIP switch.

Applicable in stand-alone configuration only.

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Search Mode (Applicable in stand-alone configuration only)

If search mode is ‘on’, the power consumption in no-load operation is decreased by

approx. 70%. In this mode the Compact, when operating in inverter mode, is switched

off in case of no load or very low load, and switches on every two seconds for a short

period. If the output current exceeds a set level, the inverter will continue to operate. If

not, the inverter will shut down again.

Not adjustable with DIP switches.

The Search Mode “shut down” and “remain on” load levels can be set with

VEConfigure.

The standard settings are:

Shut down: 40 Watt (linear load)

Turn on: 100 Watt (linear load)

Programmable relay

By default, the programmable relay is set as an alarm relay, i.e. the relay will de-

energise in the event of an alarm or a pre-alarm (inverter almost too hot, ripple on the

input almost too high, battery voltage almost too low). Not adjustable with DIP

switches.

5.3 Configuration by computer

All settings can be changed by means of a computer or with a VE.Net panel (except

for the multi-functional relay and the VirtualSwitch when using VE.Net).

The most common settings (including parallel and 3-phase operation) can be changed

by means of DIP switches (see Section 5.5).

For changing settings with the computer, the following is required:

- VEConfigureII software. You can download the VEConfigureII software free

of charge at www.victronenergy.com .

- A RJ45 UTP cable and the MK2.2b RS485-to-RS232 interface. If your

computer has no RS232 connection, but does have USB, you will also need

a RS232-to-USB interface cable. Both are available from Victron Energy.

5.3.1 VE.Bus Quick Configure Setup

VE.Bus Quick Configure Setup is a software program with which systems with a

maximum of three Phoenix Inverters (parallel or three phase operation) can be

configured in a simple manner. VEConfigureII forms part of this program.

You can download the software free of charge at www.victronenergy.com .

For connection to your computer, a RJ45 UTP cable and the MK2.2b RS485-to-

RS232 interface is required.

If your computer does not have a RS232 connection but is equipped with USB, you

will also need a RS232-to-USB interface cable. Both are available from Victron

Energy.

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5.3.2 VE.Bus System Configurator and dongle

For configuring advanced applications and/or systems with four or more Inverters,

VE.Bus System Configurator software must be used. You can download the

software at www.victronenergy.com . VEConfigureII forms part of this program.

You can configure the system without a dongle, and use it for 15 minutes (as a

demonstration facility). For permanent use, a dongle – available at additional charge –

is required.

For connection to your computer, a RJ45 UTP cable and the MK2.2b RS485-to-

RS232 interface is required.

If your computer does not have a RS232 connection but is equipped with USB, you

will also need a RS232-to-USB interface cable.

Both are available from Victron Energy.

5.4 Implementing settings with a VE.Net panel

To this end, a VE.Net panel and the VE.Net to VE.Bus converter is required.

With VE.Net you can set all parameters, with the exception of the multi-functional relay

and the VirtualSwitch.

5.5 Configuration with DIP switches

A number of settings can be changed using DIP switches (see appendix A, position

M).

Procedure:

• Turn the Inverter on, preferably unloaded.

• Set the DIP switches for:

o AES (Automatic Economy Switch)

o Inverter voltage

o Inverter frequency

o selection of stand-alone, parallel or 3-phase operation.

• To store the settings after the required values have been set: press the 'Up'

button for 2 seconds (upper button to the right of the DIP switches, see

appendix A, position K).

Remarks:

- Dipswitches ds8,ds7 and ds6 are not assigned and should remain off.

- The DIP switch functions are described in 'top to bottom' order. Since the uppermost

DIP switch has the highest number (8), descriptions start with the switch numbered 5.

- In parallel mode or 3-phase mode, not all devices require all settings to be made

(see section 5.5.4).

- For parallel or 3-phase mode, read the whole setting procedure and make a note of

the required DIP switch settings before actually implementing them.

- The ‘down’ button is not used in this procedure and must not be pressed!

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5.5.1 AES (Automatic Economy Switch)

Procedure: set ds5 to the required value:

ds5

off = AES off

on = AES on

Note: The AES option is only effective if the unit is used ‘stand alone’.

5.5.2 Inverter voltage

Procedure: set ds4 to the required value:

ds4

off = 240V

on = 230V

5.5.3 Inverter frequency

Procedure: set ds3 to the required value:

ds3

off = 60Hz

on = 50Hz

5.5.4 Stand-alone, parallel and 3-phase operation

DIP switches ds2 and ds1 are reserved for the selection of stand-alone, parallel

or 3-phase operation

NOTE:

• When configuring a parallel or 3-phase system, all related devices should be

interconnected using RJ45 UTP cables (see appendix C, D). All devices must be

turned on. They will subsequently return an error code (see Section 7), since they have

been integrated into a system and still are configured as ‘stand-alone’. This error

message can safely be ignored.

• Storing settings (by pressing the ‘Up’ button for 2 seconds) should be done on one

device only. This device is the ‘master’ in a parallel system or the ‘leader’ (L1) in a 3-

phase system.

In a parallel system, the setting of DIP switches ds5 to ds3 need to be done on the

master only. The slaves will follow the master with regard to these settings (hence the

master/slave relationship).

In a 3-phase system, the ‘Inverter voltage setting’ is required for the other devices, i.e.

the followers (for phases L2 and L3).

(The followers, therefore, do not follow the leader for all settings, hence the

leader/follower terminology).

• A change in the setting ‘stand-alone / parallel / 3-phase’ is only activated after the

setting has been stored (by pressing the ‘UP’ button for 2 seconds) and after all

devices have been turned off and then on again. In order to start up a VE.Bus system

correctly, all devices should therefore be turned off after the settings have been stored.

They can then be turned on in any order. The system will not start until all devices

have been turned on.

• Note that only identical devices can be integrated in one system. Any attempt to use

different models in one system will fail. Such devices may possibly function correctly

again only after individual reconfiguration for ‘stand-alone’ operation.

• The combination ds2=on and ds1=on is not used.

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Setting ds2 and ds1 for stand-alone operation

DS-8 not used Set off off

DS-7 not used Set off off

DS-6 not used Set off off

DS-5 AES Set as desired

DS-4 Inverter voltage Set as desired

DS-3 Inverter frequency Set as desired

DS-2 Stand-alone operation off

DS-1 Stand-alone operation off

Examples of DIP switch settings for stand-alone mode are given below.

Example 1 shows the factory setting (since factory settings are entered by computer,

all DIP switches of a new product are set to ‘off’).

Four examples of stand-alone settings:

DS-8 not used off

DS-7 not used off

DS-6 not used off

DS-5 AES off

DS-4 Inverter voltage on

DS-3 Inverter frequency

on

DS-2 Stand-alone mode

off

DS-1 Stand-alone mode

off

DS-8 off

DS-7 off

DS-6 off

DS-5 off

DS-4 off

DS-3 off

DS-2 off

DS-1 off

DS-8 off

DS-7 off

DS-6 off

DS-5 off

DS-4 on

DS-3 off

DS-2 off

DS-1 off

DS-8

off

DS-7

off

DS-6

off

DS-5

on

DS-4

off

DS-3

on

DS-2

off

DS-1

off

stand-alone

Example 1 (factory setting):

5 AES: off

4 Inverter voltage 230V

3 Inverter frequency 50Hz

2, 1 Stand-alone mode

stand-alone

Example 2:

5 AES: off

4 240V

3 60Hz

2,1 Stand-alone

stand-alone

Example 3:

5 AES: off

4 230V

3 60Hz

2,1 Stand-alone

stand-alone

Example 4:

5 AES: on

4 240V

3 50Hz

2,1 Stand-alone

To store the settings after the required values have been set: press the 'Up' button for

2 seconds (upper button to the right of the DIP switches, see appendix A, position K).

The overload and low-battery LED’s will flash to indicate acceptance of the

settings.

You can leave the DIP switches in the selected positions, so that the settings can

always be recovered.

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Setting ds2 and ds1 for parallel operation

Ma

ster

Slave 1

Slave 2 (optional)

DS-8 not used off

DS-7 not used off

DS-6 not used off

DS-5 AES na x

DS-4 Inv. voltage Set

DS-3 Inv. freq Set

DS-2 Master off

DS-1 Master on

DS-8 not used

off

DS-7 not used

off

DS-6 not used

off

DS-5 na x

DS-4 na x

DS-3 na x

DS-2 Slave 1 off

DS-1 Slave 1 off

DS-8 not used

off

DS-7 not used

off

DS-6 not used

off

DS-5 na x

DS-4 na x

DS-3 na x

DS-2 Slave 2 off

DS-1 Slave 2 on

To store the settings after the required values have been set: press the 'Up' button of

the master for 2 seconds (upper button to the right of the DIP switches, see appendix

A, position K). The overload and low-battery LED’s will flash to indicate

acceptance of the settings.

You can leave the DIP switches in the selected positions, so that the settings can

always be recovered.

Setting ds2 and ds1 for 3-phase operation

Leader (L1)

Follower (L2)

Follower (L3)

DS-8 not used off

DS-7 not used off

DS-6 not used off

DS-5 AES na x

DS-4 Inv. voltage Set

DS-3 Inv. freq Set

DS-2 Leader on

DS-1 Leader off

DS-8 not used

off

DS-7 not used

off

DS-6 not used

off

DS-5 na x

DS-4 Set

DS-3 na x

DS-2 L2 off

DS-1 L2 off

DS-8 not used

off

DS-7 not used

off

DS-6 not used

off

DS-5 na x

DS-4 Set

DS-3 na x

DS-2 L3 off

DS-1 L3 on

As the table above shows, the Inverter voltage should be set separately (ds4) for

every Inverter

AES can be used on stand alone units only.

To store the settings after the required values have been set: press the 'Up' button of

the Leader for 2 seconds (upper button to the right of the DIP switches, see appendix

A, position K). The overload and low-battery LED’s will flash to indicate

acceptance of the settings.

You can leave the DIP switches in the selected positions, so that the settings can

always be recovered.

To start the system: first, turn all devices off. The system will start up as soon

as all devices have been turned on.

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6. MAINTENANCE

The Phoenix Inverter does not require specific maintenance. It will suffice to check all

connections once a year. Avoid moisture and oil/soot/vapours, and keep the device

clean.

7. FAULT INDICATIONS

With the procedures below, most errors can be quickly identified. If an error cannot be

resolved, please refer to your Victron Energy supplier.

7.1 General error indications

Problem Cause Solution

Inverter operation not

initiated when

switched on.

The battery voltage is excessively

high or too low. No voltage on DC

connection.

Ensure that the battery voltage is

within the correct range.

“Low battery” LED

flashes.

The battery voltage is low. Charge the battery or check the

battery connections.

“Low battery” LED

lights.

The converter switches off

because the battery voltage is too

low.

Charge the battery or check the

battery connections.

“Overload” LED

flashes.

The converter load is higher than

the nominal load.

Reduce the load.

“Overload” LED

lights.

The converter is switched off due

to excessively high load.

Reduce the load.

“Temperature” LED

flashes or lights.

The environmental temperature is

high, or the load is too high.

Install the converter in cool and

well-ventilated environment, or

reduce the load.

“Low battery” and

“overload” LEDs

flash intermittently.

Low battery voltage and

excessively high load.

Charge the batteries, disconnect

or reduce the load, or install

higher capacity batteries. Fit

shorter and/or thicker battery

cables.

“Low battery” and

“overload” LEDs

flash simultaneously.

Ripple voltage on the DC

connection exceeds 1,5Vrms.

Check the battery cables and

battery connections. Check

whether battery capacity is

sufficiently high, and increase

this if necessary.

“Low battery” and

“overload” LEDs

light.

The inverter is switched off due to

an excessively high ripple voltage

on the input.

Install batteries with a larger

capacity. Fit shorter and/or

thicker battery cables, and reset

the inverter (switch off, and then

on again).

One alarm LED lights

and the second

flashes.

The inverter is switched off due to

alarm activation by the lighted

LED. The flashing LED indicates

that the inverter was about to

switch off due to the related alarm.

Check this table for appropriate

measures in regard to this alarm

state.

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7.2 VE.Bus LED indications

Inverters included in a VE.Bus system (a parallel or 3-phase arrangement) can

provide so-called VE.Bus LED indications. These LED indications can be subdivided

into two groups: OK codes and error codes.

7.2.1 VE.Bus OK codes

If the internal status of a device is in order but the device cannot yet be started

because one or more other devices in the system indicate an error status, the devices

that are in order will indicate an OK code. This facilitates error tracing in a VE.Bus

system, since devices not requiring attention are easily identified as such.

Important: OK codes will only be displayed if a device is not inverting!

• The "inverter on" LED must flash.

• A flashing "overload" LED indicates that the device can perform inverter

operation.

• A flashing "temperature" LED indicates that the device is not blocking

charge operation. (This is just a formal indication which originates from the

relationship with the Phoenix Multi. This indication has no special meaning

on a Phoenix Inverter)

NOTE: The "low battery" LED can function together with the OK code that indicates

that the device does not block charge.

7.2.2 VE.Bus error codes

If a VE.Bus error occurs (examples: a broken UTP cable, more than 3 units are used

and there is no Dongle connected) the system will switch off and the ‘inverter on’ LED

will flash.

If such an error occurs one should switch all units off, verify all cabling and switch the

units on again.

Additional information about the errror can be retrieved from the Inverter with the

VE.BUS System Configurator or the VE.BUS Quick Configure tool.

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8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Phoenix Inverter 12/3000 24/3000 48/3000

INVERTER

Input voltage range (V DC) 9,5 – 17 19 – 33 38 – 66

Output

(1)

Output voltage: 230 VAC ± 2% Frequency

:

50 Hz ± 0,1%

Cont. output power at 25 °C (VA)

(3)

3000 3000 3000

Cont. output power at 25 °C (W) 2500 2500 2500

Cont. output power at 40 °C (W) 2000 2000 2000

Peak power (W) 6000 6000 6000

Maximum efficiency (%) 92 94 95

Zero-load power (W) 15 15 16

GENERAL

Programmable relay

(4)

Yes Yes Yes

Protection

(2)

a - g

Common Characteristics

Operating temp.: -20 to +50°C (fan assisted cooling)

Humidity (non condensing) : max 95%

ENCLOSURE

Common Characteristics Material & Colour: aluminium (blue RAL 5012) Protection: IP 21

Battery-connection M8 studs

230 V AC-connection Screw clamp

Weight (kg) 18

Dimensions (hxwxd in mm)

362x258x218

STANDARDS

Safety EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29

Emission / Immunity EN55014-1, EN 61000-3-2 / EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-3

Automotive Directive 2004/104/EC

1) Can be adjusted to 60Hz; 120V/60Hz on request

2)

Protection

a. Output short circuit

b. Overload

c. Battery voltage too high

d. Battery voltage too low

e. Temperature too high

f. 230VAC on inverter output

g. Input voltage ripple too high

3) Non linear load, crest factor 3:1

4) Multipurpose relay which can be set for general alarm, DC undervoltage or genset start signal

function

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